Assessment Reflection

After taking the two assessments I thought about several different things. I have always considered myself to be a dummy when it comes to computers and technology. However, after reading through the assessments I have decided that I know more about computers and technology then I had anticipated. Because I have grown up during this technology era, things don’t seem like a big deal. For example, using the internet or checking email, texting on a cell phone, or even working a word processing program, are all things, for some individuals, can be very scary. It helped open my eyes as to how much I really do know about technology and where I need to start when learning more. I still have some weaknesses and these areas I am certainly trying to work on and improve my knowledge so I can incorporate more technology in my classroom. The second assessment was very helpful for me to gain an idea as to how much technology I actually use with my students and also how often I do so. It would be a great survey for campus principals to use when determining what staff development sessions the teachers need in order to use more technology in their rooms. I think meaningful classes are key when presenting the trainings and with this survey, we can see what areas need attention and what areas the teachers seem to have a pretty good grasp on. There is no sense in having a training dealing with email when 90% of the teachers feel very confident using email. I will use a survey like this when I become an administrator to help me determine the biggest need at my campus when dealing with technology.